Who you are:

We are always looking for amazing talent who can contribute to our growth and deliver results! Geotab is seeking a Learning & Development Specialist. This role is instrumental in cultivating a culture of continuous learning and adaptive growth. This role supports efforts in integrating company values into learning initiatives to promote a high-performance and engaged workforce. In addition, it focuses on bridging skills gaps and preparing employees for future roles through targeted learning paths with data to measure and continuously improve the effectiveness of learning programs. If you love technology, and are keen to join an industry leader — we would love to hear from you!

What you'll do:

As a Learning & Development Specialist, the primary responsibilities include strategic collaboration with division and departmental leaders to assess and align learning needs with business objectives. This involves the innovative design and delivery of engaging digital and in-person learning programs that utilize cutting-edge educational techniques and multimedia. Additionally, management and governance of content is crucial, ensuring that all digital assets (such as eLearning, training videos, digital documentation and more) are consistent with learning goals and organizational standards. This position not only shapes the learning experiences that drive both employee and organizational success but also reinforces a culture that values innovation, accountability, and collaborative growth. The work equips team members to meet future challenges with skill, confidence, and agility.

How you'll make an impact

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify learning needs and align training with business strategies and objectives.

• Conduct surveys, focus groups, and benchmark studies to assess performance gaps and organizational needs.

• Develop effective project plans to address identified learning gaps, utilizing tight deadlines and operational insights.

• Design and develop interactive learning content for various formats, including remote and in-person sessions, using adult learning theories and instructional design methodologies.

• Facilitate dynamic training sessions across platforms (classroom, onsite, web/video conferences) with follow-up coaching and refresher training as needed.

• Lead the creation and continuous enhancement of LMS modules, ensuring relevance to business needs and inclusion of the latest program, product, and service delivery updates.

• Lead initiatives to define and implement governance policies for managing company-wide content, including video materials and shared digital resources.

• Work with departments to develop and enforce content management standards, ensuring consistent and secure handling of digital assets.

• Support internal change management efforts by designing and delivering training programs related to new content governance policies and practices.

• Stay current on industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in content management, marketing and learning to identify opportunities.

• Embed company values and operational principles into all learning programs to foster a culture of high performance and engagement.

• Utilize change management tools and techniques to implement organizational development interventions that support the company culture.

• Support the implementation of evaluation strategies to improve leadership development programs, utilizing data to assess impact and guide continuous improvement.

• Update recurring learning programs regularly to reflect changes in company procedures, technology, and business environment.

• Develop and maintain standardized assessment, design, development, implementation, evaluation, and reporting methods for a variety of learning delivery platforms.

• Analyze program effectiveness through interactivity, completion, and performance metrics, making data-driven decisions for future enhancements.

• Conduct research on emerging trends in organizational development and learning best practices, recommending design enhancements based on findings.

What you'll bring to the role

• Minimum 3 years of experience in designing, developing, delivering, and evaluating learning and development programs.

• A post-secondary diploma or degree in a related field or an equivalent mix of education and experience.

• A professional instructional design/training certification or CTDP designation is an asset.

• Solid understanding of instructional design methodologies, adult learning theory, and technology-based learning. 

• Experienced in working with LMS platforms.

• Knowledge of establishing and managing content governance frameworks, with skills in developing strategies for the organization and security of digital assets such as video content, product guides, product information, and shared drives.

•  Advanced proficiency in eLearning authoring tools (e.g., Camtasia, Rise, Storyline), Microsoft Office Suite, and Google Workspace.

• Strong ability to engage and influence leaders across different levels of the organization.

• Exceptional ability to motivate and coach, creating strong partnerships across the organization. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

•  Outstanding organizational abilities with a keen eye for detail and accuracy. Capable of managing multiple priorities.

• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to deliver meaningful insights and recommendations.

• High flexibility and adaptability, with the capability to lead and embrace change.

• Strong project management capabilities, including need identification, solution development, and project execution.

Why job seekers choose Geotab